Key West Coast Guard
Sector Key West can trace its history back to 1824 when a 63-foot schooner named Florida sailed into the Port of Key West, establishing a permanent station in Key West. Working for the Key West Collector of Customs, the Florida and its crew collected maritime tariffs, chased pirates, prevented smuggling and rescued those in distress at sea. The U.S. Coast Guard was established in 1915, combining the Revenue Cutter Service and the U.S. Life Saving Services.
In August 2004, Sector Key West officially stood up. The Sector was created from combining the resources of Group Key West and Marine Safety Detachment Marathon and authorities from Marine Safety Office Miami. This transition improved the Coast Guard’s ability to provide for the safety and security of the South Florida community.
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